Nov 27, 2018

Lion (base)

Lion (base)

獅子

1662–1722

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Porcelain with overglaze enamel decoration

Overall: 45.2 cm (17 13/16 in.)

Gift of Mrs. Worcester R. Warner for the Worcester R. Warner Collection 1930.643.b

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This porcelain lion is a pair with 1930.642. This lion holding a ball is considered male, while the nurturing female is depicted with a cub. Guardian lions were traditionally placed in front of buildings to protect from harmful spiritual or human forces.

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